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Five Crazy Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do On The Great Wall Of China

Always wanted to see The Great Wall of China? Aside, from the incredible views and historical appreciation, The Great wall of China offers more than just merely the experience of viewing it. Check out the five crazy things you likely didn’t know you could do on The Great Wall of China.

1. Music Festivals

For the advid concert and music festival attendee, this just may be on your bucket list. How exactly do they set up a music festival on a long narrow wall? Well they do it and it is incredibly popular. With everyone from Deadmau5 to concert tours, and popular DJ’s, it is definitely an experience. For upcoming shows and tickets you can check out the Great Wall of China Music Festival Facebook Page.

2.Tobogganing

Turns out you don’t need snow to toboggan. A once in a lifetime experience and an incredible one at that. Besides being on a thirteen mile long historical monument that falls under the seven man-made wonders of the world, why not heighten the experience and toboggan down it? Check out Beijing Layover Private Tour for more information!

3. Run a Marathon

Ever ran a marathon? This one’s harder. And it’s not the jet lag. The Great Wall of China, 5k, 10k, half and full marathon exists, but it is no easy run. If fact it is one of the most challenging marathons out there. With a number of stairs, both up and down, even the one’s in tip top shape may find this one a bit more difficult. The pay off? You ran a marathon on one of the world’s greatest monuments, and if that doesn’t give you bragging rights I don’t know what will. Join over 60 nations as they come together for this incredible adventure. To register or for more information visit TheGreatWallofChinaMarathon.com.

4. Cable Car Ride

Regardless, you are going to have to make your way up the hill to the wall, and the cable car enables a heighten view of the monument and is an incredible scenic experience. Having taken a trip ourselves we recommend cable caring up and tobogganing down. Book through Mutianyu Great Wall and Cable Car.

5. Paraglide

Probably not for everyone, but definitely worth trying if you’re a bit of a risk taker. As the wall is surrounded by trees and valleys the paragliding experience is not only thrill seeking but an incredibly beautiful view. All sections of the wall permit the excursion, and you can always hike it back once you land, to get the full experience. Check out Kathmandu Paragliding for prices and booking.